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MD61 RUDDER ANGLE

SENSOR TRANSMITTER
SKU: F061001

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OVERVIEW
The MD61 Rudder Angle Transmitter is a Rudder Angle Transducer for
FEATURES providing steering indication. Mounted in the steering compartment,

• Ship’s Rudder Angle Sensor and
Transmitter
• Digital NMEA 0183 Output
(IEC 61162-1)
• Analogue Variable Voltage Output -
5 KΩ Potentiometer
• Built-in Rudder Indication LEDs for
easy set-up
it transmits the vessel’s Rudder Angle to a Marine Data Rudder Angle
Indicator. The input shaft is mechanically linked to the vessel’s rudder
stock by a fully adjustable linkage rod (supplied).
The MD61 has dual outputs:
1. Digital NMEA 0183 and
2. Analogue Variable Voltage (via 5 KΩ geared potentiometer)
The Rudder Angle Transmitter is fully sealed and housed in a robust

• Fully Adjustable Rudder Linkage Rod
• Proven Rugged Design
CERTIFICATIONS
aluminium alloy enclosure. Finished in Window Grey semi-gloss paint
to complement other marine navigation equipment.
The MD61 from Marine Data: flexible in application, easy to install and
simple to maintain.
APPLICATIONS
• Transmits Rudder Angle data to a Marine Data Rudder Angle
Indicator, VDR or Auto-Pilot at any convenient location

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NAVIGATION INNOVATION
SPECIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL OPERATIONAL

Weight: 4.0 kg (including rudder linkage rod) Static Accuracy: ± 0.25° accuracy of rudder movement

Dimensions: H 125 mm; Ø 200 mm Working Angular

± 45°
Range:
Linkage Rod: Adjustment range 270 - 580 mm
Follow-Up Rate: >20° per second
Mounting: 4x M6 screws on 175 mm Ø (PCD)
Midships Position = 2.5 KΩ
Connections: 12-core captive cable, 2.5 m long Pot. Output:
± 45° of rotation = 2.38 KΩ (approx.)

Construction: Aluminium alloy enclosure Red LED = Steering to Port

Indications: Green LED = Steering to Starboard
Finish: RAL7040 Window Grey, semi-gloss Both LEDs = Midships Position (000°)

ELECTRICAL
ENVIRONMENTAL
Power Supply: 24 V dc nominal
IP rating: IP65
Data Input: Mechanical Linkage to Rudder
Operating temp: -15°C to +55°C
Data Sentence: RSA: ($--RSA, x.x, a, x.x*hh<CR><LF>)
Humidity: 0% to 100%
Data Output: 1x NMEA 0183 (IEC 61162-1) 4800 Baud
RoHS: Compliant
1 x 5 KΩ potentiometer (volt free)
Compass: Safe Distance 50 cm
Red & Green LED Rudder Position Indicators

APPROVALS

Compliancy: IEC 60945; IEC 61162-1; ISO 20673

Wheel Mark (0098-14) when installed as part

Type Approval: of the Marine Data Rudder Angle Indicator
System

All dimensions in mm

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